8.27.2014

Exciting new arts program in Philadelphia - Take advantage of the opportunity!

By Gloria Dulan-Wilson

This info was forwarded to me via my best friend, Annie Gee, so I'm sharing it with you in the tri-state area of New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania - The program is designed to benefit people of all ages by exposing them to the arts in Philadelphia. There's a whole vast world out there, time to get out and explore. Spread the word!

Museum Partners: Beginning on September 1, 2014, the seventeen local museums listed below will offer $2 admission to ACCESS/EBT Cardholders!Please note: Visitors
must present a valid ACCESS Card along with a photo ID to receive the
discount. One (1) ACCESS Card admits up to four (4) family members at a
rate of $2 per person. Admission is to be paid by the visitor, not
through their EBT card. The ACCESS admission discount is not valid on
special exhibitions or features, or with any other offers or group
rates.

The African American Museum in Philadelphia701 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106www.aampmuseum.org| (215) 574-0380SEPTA Market Frankford Line and Bus Routes 17, 33, 44, 47, 48 & 61Founded
in 1976, AAMP is the first institution funded and built by a major
municipality to preserve, interpret and exhibit the heritage of African
Americans.

African American Museum in Philadelphia

American Swedish Historical Museum1900 Pattison Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19145www.americanswedish.org| (215) 389-1776SEPTA Broad Street Line and Bus Route 17Founded
in 1926, the American Swedish Historical Museum has been dedicated to
preserving and promoting Swedish and Swedish-American cultural heritage
and traditions for more than 80 years.

The Barnes Foundation2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19130www.barnesfoundation.org| (215) 278-7200SEPTA Bus Routes 7, 32, 33, 38 & 48 NOTE:The ENTIRE BARNES COLLECTION WAS ORIGINALLY BEQUEATHED TO LINCOLN UNIVERSITY, THE FIRST BLACK UNIVERSITY IN THE US. Explore
the world’s greatest collection of post-impressionist and early modern
art with masterpieces by Renoir, Cézanne, Matisse, Picasso, Van Gogh,
plus African sculpture, and more. With classes, tours, live musical
performances, and family programs, there’s something for art lovers of
all ages.

The Barnes Foundation

Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site2027 Fairmount Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19130www.easternstate.org| (215) 236-3300SEPTA Bus Routes 7, 32, 33, 43 & 48Eastern
State Penitentiary was once the most famous and expensive prison in the
world, but stands today in ruin, a haunting world of crumbling cell
blocks and empty guard towers.

Eastern State Peietentiary Museum

Historic Christ Church and Christ Church Burial Ground*$2 admission includes a guided tour of the Burial GroundChrist Church: Second Street above Market | Christ Church Burial Ground: 5th and Arch Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106www.christchurchphila.org| (215) 922-1695SEPTA Market Frankford Line and Bus Routes: 5, 17, 33, 48, 57Known
as “The Nation’s Church” because of the famous Revolution-era leaders
who worshiped and were buried here, including Ben Franklin and Betsy
Ross.

National Museum of American Jewish History101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5th and Market Streets), Philadelphia, PA 19106www.nmajh.org| (215) 923-3811SEPTA Market Frankford Line and Bus Routes 17, 33, 38, 44, 48 & 57Family-friendly
and cutting-edge, NMAJH brings to life the 360-year story of Jews in
America through fascinating artifacts, award-winning films, and
interactive experiences.

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts118-128 N. Broad Street , Philadelphia, PA 19102www.pafa.org| (215) 972-7600SEPTA Broad Street Line, Market Frankford Line and Bus Routes 4, 16, 27 & 48Located
in the heart of Center City, PAFA is the nation’s oldest Museum and
School of Fine Arts, boasting a vast collection of American art ranging
from the 18th century to the present.

Philadelphia History Museum at the Atwater Kent15 South 7th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106www.philadelphiahistory.org| (215) 685-4830SEPTA Market Frankford Line and Bus Routes 17, 33, 44, 47, 48 & 62The
Philadelphia History Museum showcases an array of historical objects,
art, and artifacts that tell the story of Philadelphia, from its
founding in 1682 to the present day.

Philadelphia Museum of Art2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19130www.philamuseum.org| (215) 763-8100SEPTA Bus Routes 7, 32, 38, 43 & 48The
Philadelphia Museum of Art is one of the greatest museums in America.
Offering fun and educational programs for all ages, the museum is an
ideal place to spend time with friends and family looking at art.

Please Touch Museum4231 Avenue of the Arts, Philadelphia, PA 19131www.pleasetouchmuseum.org| (215) 581-3181SEPTA Bus Routes 38 & 40NOTE: This is my favorite museum. I took my grandkids there because it's completely and totally hands on for children - they can't break or harm anything - loads of fun and loads of learning. And the parents get a big kick out of it as well. The
Please Touch Museum enriches the lives of children ages seven and
younger by creating learning opportunities through play enabling us to
lay the foundation for a lifetime of learning and cultural awareness.

ACCESS
Admission is a city-wide initiative led by Art-Reach and supported by
various community partners. ACCESS Admission is proudly sponsored by: